The Washington Wizards (22-38) visit Moda Center at the Rose Quarter Wednesday to take on the Portland Trail Blazers (27-35). Tip-off for this game is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. We analyze the Wizards-Trail Blazers sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.
Wizards at Trail Blazers: Key injuries
Wizards
- PG John Wall (Achilles) out
Trail Blazers
- PG Damian Lillard (groin) probable
- SG Rodney Hood (Achilles) out
- PF Jusuf Nurkc (leg) out
- PF Zach Collins (shoulder) out
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Wizards at Trail Blazers: Odds, lines, picks, and betting tips
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Prediction
Trail Blazers 120, Wizards 114
Moneyline (ML)
The Trail Blazers (-334) are significant home favorites over the Wizards (+260). The biggest reason for this large line is the expected return of Lilliard, who had missed several weeks with a groin injury. While this game might be closer than the line suggests, PASS on this chalky moneyline in favor of the point spread.
Line/Against the Spread (ATS)
The Trail Blazers (-7.5, -110) are three-basket favorites over the WIZARDS (+7.5, -110). While their overall record might not show it, the Wizards have been very competitive of late, covering in four of their last five contests. The Trail Blazers, on the other hand, have failed to cover in six of their previous eight games, but those were all without Lillard in the lineup. Expect the Trail Blazers to win, but for the Wizards to keep this close and ultimately cover the spread in Portland.
Over/Under (O/U)
The point total for this Wednesday contest is set at 239.5 points, which feels about right considering how well each team has played on offense this season. Both the Wizards and Trail Blazers rank inside the top-10 in scoring offense, and both rank in the bottom-five in terms of scoring defense. The 239.5 points is still a lot for a Blazers team with a bunch of injuries and a rusty Lillard. Expect a ton of scoring, but for the UNDER 239.5 (+100) to hit in Portland.
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